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PM Modi hails passage of SHANTI Bill, calls it boost for clean energy and AI
Parliament on Thursday passed a bill that seeks to increase the share of nuclear energy in the total energy mix of India, facilitate innovation in nuclear science and technology and provides statutory status to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board. Read More
Cold Wave Continues In Karnataka; Clear Skies, Misty Mornings Ahead For Bengaluru
Karnataka faces severe cold wave-like conditions, with IMD forecasting dry weather in several districts in the coming days. Bengaluru will witness misty days ahead. Read More
CAQM flags delays, enforcement gaps in waste management across NCR
The Commission for Air Quality Management has directed civic bodies and state agencies across the National Capital Region to urgently strengthen municipal solid waste management, flagging persistent open burning of waste, delays in cl Read More
NDMC to plant 2.6 lakh tulips; religious sites, public spaces to be decorated
The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) will launch a major beautification drive, planting over 2.6 lakh tulip bulbs across Lutyens Delhi starting December 27. Read More
Mamata Banerjee To Rename Karmashree Scheme After Mahatma Gandhi Amid ‘G Ram G’ Row
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced to rename its rural job guarantee scheme ‘Karmashree’ after Mahatma Gandhi. Read More
Waterloo Road actor William Rush dies aged 31
Waterloo Road actor William Rush has died aged 31, his family has announced.
Rush played schoolboy Josh Stevenson in the BBC One drama, appearing in 168 episodes between 2009 and 2013. Read More
Javed Akhtar says women who willingly wear burqas are ‘BRAINWASHED’
Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar is known for his fearless opinions and speaking his mind. The ‘Sholay’ writer once again sparked a debate by questioning the idea of women covering their faces. Read More
‘Dhurandhar’ box office collection day 14 (LIVE)
‘Dhurandhar’ is now nearing the completing of its second week at the box office. The film has been on a winning streak and how. Read More
Before Avatar: Fire and Ash, here’s what happened in The Way of Water
James Cameron expands Pandora’s saga in ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ releasing December 19. Following ‘The Way of Water,’ Jake, Neytiri, and their family face new dangers as the RDA threat intensifies. Read More
‘TMMTMTTM’ trailer: Witness Kartik and Ananya with a SOCIAL touch
Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday shine in the trailer of ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri,’ hinting at a heartfelt love story. Jackie Shroff adds warmth as a father figure. Read More
Bank Holiday Alert: Planning A Branch Visit On December 19? Check RBI Holiday Calendar
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As December ushers in year-end celebrations, travel plans and festive gatherings, it also brings a packed holiday calendar and that includes bank holidays. Read More
Step-Up SIPs For Retirement: Benefits, Examples And Long-Term Impact
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Saving for retirement is no longer optional. People are living longer, medical expenses are rising, and everyday costs keep moving up due to inflation. Read More
Gravite MPV Could Be Nissan’s Most Affordable Offering Yet
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Nissan has teased it’s new MPV for India and its part of the three product launch strategy for the brand. Read More
India’s Car Market Shifts Gears In November As Demand Remains Strong Post Festive Peak
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India’s passenger vehicle industry posted strong year‑on‑year gains in wholesale and retail volumes in November 2025, driven by sustained post‑festive demand, recent G Read More
EPFO Offers One-Time Relief: Employers Can Enrol Missed Employees With Minimal Penalty
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The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) on Thursday urged employers to avail of its special enrolment scheme which provides a six-month compliance window to Read More
Why the world’s most visited museum has reached a breaking point?
Workers display banners outside the Louvre museum after they voted to strike for the day over working conditions and other complaints, Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 in Paris. Read More
Nepal plans to limit number of climbers to ensure cleanliness of Himalayan mountains
Kathmandu, Dec 16 (IANS) As Nepals high mountains, including Mount Everest, have been struggling with decades of waste accumulation, the Nepali government has introduced a five-year plan to keep the mountains clean. Read More
Idukki district plans action against adventure tourism establishments without necessary permissions
The administration of this high-range district has decided to take action against all adventure tourism-related establishments which are operating without the requisite permissions. Read More
Int2Cruises launches Asia’s first AI-powered voice and chat cruise search
Int2Cruises, Asia’s leading cruise-first online travel platform, has launched the region’s first AI-powered conversational and voice-enabled cruise search, transforming how travellers plan and book cruises. Read More
PM Modi hails passage of SHANTI Bill, calls it boost for clean energy and AI
Parliament on Thursday passed a bill that seeks to increase the share of nuclear energy in the total energy mix of India, facilitate innovation in nuclear science and technology and provides statutory status to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board. Read More
Cold Wave Continues In Karnataka; Clear Skies, Misty Mornings Ahead For Bengaluru
Karnataka faces severe cold wave-like conditions, with IMD forecasting dry weather in several districts in the coming days. Bengaluru will witness misty days ahead. Read More
CAQM flags delays, enforcement gaps in waste management across NCR
The Commission for Air Quality Management has directed civic bodies and state agencies across the National Capital Region to urgently strengthen municipal solid waste management, flagging persistent open burning of waste, delays in cl Read More
NDMC to plant 2.6 lakh tulips; religious sites, public spaces to be decorated
The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) will launch a major beautification drive, planting over 2.6 lakh tulip bulbs across Lutyens Delhi starting December 27. Read More
Mamata Banerjee To Rename Karmashree Scheme After Mahatma Gandhi Amid ‘G Ram G’ Row
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced to rename its rural job guarantee scheme ‘Karmashree’ after Mahatma Gandhi. Read More
Waterloo Road actor William Rush dies aged 31
Waterloo Road actor William Rush has died aged 31, his family has announced.
Rush played schoolboy Josh Stevenson in the BBC One drama, appearing in 168 episodes between 2009 and 2013. Read More
Javed Akhtar says women who willingly wear burqas are ‘BRAINWASHED’
Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar is known for his fearless opinions and speaking his mind. The ‘Sholay’ writer once again sparked a debate by questioning the idea of women covering their faces. Read More
‘Dhurandhar’ box office collection day 14 (LIVE)
‘Dhurandhar’ is now nearing the completing of its second week at the box office. The film has been on a winning streak and how. Read More
Before Avatar: Fire and Ash, here’s what happened in The Way of Water
James Cameron expands Pandora’s saga in ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ releasing December 19. Following ‘The Way of Water,’ Jake, Neytiri, and their family face new dangers as the RDA threat intensifies. Read More
‘TMMTMTTM’ trailer: Witness Kartik and Ananya with a SOCIAL touch
Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday shine in the trailer of ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri,’ hinting at a heartfelt love story. Jackie Shroff adds warmth as a father figure. Read More
Bank Holiday Alert: Planning A Branch Visit On December 19? Check RBI Holiday Calendar
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
As December ushers in year-end celebrations, travel plans and festive gatherings, it also brings a packed holiday calendar and that includes bank holidays. Read More
Step-Up SIPs For Retirement: Benefits, Examples And Long-Term Impact
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Saving for retirement is no longer optional. People are living longer, medical expenses are rising, and everyday costs keep moving up due to inflation. Read More
Gravite MPV Could Be Nissan’s Most Affordable Offering Yet
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Nissan has teased it’s new MPV for India and its part of the three product launch strategy for the brand. Read More
India’s Car Market Shifts Gears In November As Demand Remains Strong Post Festive Peak
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
India’s passenger vehicle industry posted strong year‑on‑year gains in wholesale and retail volumes in November 2025, driven by sustained post‑festive demand, recent G Read More
EPFO Offers One-Time Relief: Employers Can Enrol Missed Employees With Minimal Penalty
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) on Thursday urged employers to avail of its special enrolment scheme which provides a six-month compliance window to Read More
Why the world’s most visited museum has reached a breaking point?
Workers display banners outside the Louvre museum after they voted to strike for the day over working conditions and other complaints, Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 in Paris. Read More
Nepal plans to limit number of climbers to ensure cleanliness of Himalayan mountains
Kathmandu, Dec 16 (IANS) As Nepals high mountains, including Mount Everest, have been struggling with decades of waste accumulation, the Nepali government has introduced a five-year plan to keep the mountains clean. Read More
Idukki district plans action against adventure tourism establishments without necessary permissions
The administration of this high-range district has decided to take action against all adventure tourism-related establishments which are operating without the requisite permissions. Read More
Int2Cruises launches Asia’s first AI-powered voice and chat cruise search
Int2Cruises, Asia’s leading cruise-first online travel platform, has launched the region’s first AI-powered conversational and voice-enabled cruise search, transforming how travellers plan and book cruises. Read More
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World Tennis League: Sumit Nagal seals golden-point thriller as AOS Eagles down Aussie Mavericks Kites
Bengaluru was treated to another day of high-octane tennis as the World Tennis League continued its India debut at the S.M. Krishna Tennis Stadium on Thursday. Read More
Bangladesh 2024 uprising leader Sharif Osman Hadi dies in Singapore hospital
A leader of Bangladesh’s 2024 uprising who was wounded in an assassination attempt and flown to Singapore for treatment has died in the city-state, officials said on Friday. Read More
PM Modi hails passage of SHANTI Bill, calls it boost for clean energy and AI
Parliament on Thursday passed a bill that seeks to increase the share of nuclear energy in the total energy mix of India, facilitate innovation in nuclear science and technology and provides statutory status to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board. Read More
‘Potential risk’: Immigration attorney on if H-1Bs stuck in India can work from home
Immigration attorney David Santiago said that H-1Bs who are stuck outside the US at this moment because of visa appointment rescheduling will face questions when they re-enter the country again — about their long period of absen Read More
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